Deze opleiding

The master's specialisation Data Science for Statistical Science combines a broad basis in modern statistics with state-of-the-art knowledge in Data Science.

The Data Science for Statistical Science specialisation gives you a better understanding of statistical models, especially in relation to Data Science, including their application and interpretation in a broad range of empirical research. With this knowledge, you'll be able to critically study scientific research and develop new models and techniques. Topics that will be discussed within this programme are Data Mining, Machine Learning, Networks, Pattern Recognition, and Deep Learning.

Are you interested in the statistical aspects of data science and its application? Do you feel at ease with and be attracted to quantitative and mathematical techniques and concepts? Then the master's specialisation in data science is the right choice. You will learn practical skills such as statistical programming, statistical consultation, database management and written and oral presentation of analysis and research results.Deze opleiding heeft meerdere vormen :

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Leiden University offers, if necessary, accompaniment and consultancy on both substantive areas and personal development. The study advisor or study coordinator of your programme is an expert in the field of your study and will be able to help you with problems such as study delay, planning, and exam arrangements.

objectives

You will follow compulsory courses in the core statistical science programme, and use the electives to follow courses in Computer Science to gain more in-depth knowledge.

The programme includes a core programme (53 EC) which is followed by all the students of the master's programme Statistical Science for the Life and Behavioural Sciences, the Data Science for Statistical Science component (21 EC), electives (12 EC) and a research project that also includes a thesis (34 EC).

You will follow the Introduction to Data Science course with students from the MSc specialisation Data Science: Computer Science. Both student groups meet for field trips, programming assignments, lectures and guest speakers.

study abroad

It is possible to carry out part of the MSc programme at a University abroad. The study plan is always tailor-made and designed according to your needs and interests.

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With a master's degree in Science in Statistical Sciences, job perspectives are great: statisticians are highly sought after in various industries such as academia, marketing, banking, government, official statistics, healthcare, bioinformatics and more.

You will gain a thorough knowledge and understanding of statistical models, especially in relation to Data Science, including their application and interpretation in a broad range of empirical research. You are able to critically study scientific research and develop new models and techniques. You will learn practical skills such as statistical programming, statistical consultation, data base management and written and oral presentation of analysis and research results. After graduation, you will be able to advise substantive researchers on methodological and statistical issues, and many graduates will be expected to continue in a PhD programme.

There is a large demand for applied statisticians at both the master's and e PhD level. Our alumni find jobs in a wide range of areas, such as academic medical hospitals, many types of industry (pharmaceutical, agricultural, food, life science in general, oil, etc.), research institutes, financial institutions, government statistics bureaus, educational services (CITO), marketing bureaus. In view of the emphasis on statistics as a science, rather than as merely a collection of techniques, many graduates will qualify for a PhD programme as well.